The Post Office at 302 E Green Street has reduced its hours, effective Dec. 1. Champaign’s “Station A” office will be open from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, according to a press release from Morrie Smith, postmaster. It is currently open from 8 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. …
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